Senior Environmental Planner — Lead Impactful NEPA Projects

CSA Group, Architects and Engineers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CSA Group in New York is seeking a seasoned Environmental Planning Lead to direct complex environmental review projects and ensure regulatory compliance. You will guide multi-disciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and support growth initiatives across projects in urban environments.

The role emphasizes leadership, technical writing, and the ability to translate data into compelling deliverables while advancing AI-informed approaches and responsible practice in environmental planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
• 5+ years of experience managing environmental review projects.
• AICP and NJ Planner certification a plus.
• Experience with NEPA, SEQRA, CEQR.
• Strong leadership, communication, and technical writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage environmental review projects requiring compliance with NEPA, SEQRA, CEQR, and related regulatory requirements.
• Direct the preparation and review of environmental assessments, impact statements, planning studies, and permits.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, resources, and financial performance for successful delivery.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, agencies, and stakeholders while identifying new business opportunities.
• Support business development through proposals, outreach, and marketing initiatives.
• Provide technical leadership and ensure quality and consistency of deliverables.
• Supervise and mentor staff, fostering collaboration and growth.

Skills

Environmental project management

Client management

Leadership

Technical writing

NEPA/SEQRA/CEQR

AI/data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Planning/Environmental Science/Urban Planning

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

VantagePoint

Job description

CSA Group in New York is seeking a seasoned Environmental Planning Lead to direct complex environmental review projects and ensure regulatory compliance. You will guide multi-disciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and support growth initiatives across projects in urban environments.

The role emphasizes leadership, technical writing, and the ability to translate data into compelling deliverables while advancing AI-informed approaches and responsible practice in environmental planning.